Over an immersive, action-packed week in a major global city, you'll gain insights from industry professionals, build essential career skills and explore the evolving world of work.
Grow your skills, connections and confidence
Who it's for
We welcome applications from students of all backgrounds and abilities. To discover how we can support your needs and what we expect in return, visit an individual destination page via the 'Find your destination' section below.
Undergraduate students
Undergraduates, except foundation year students, can take part in all:
- international opportunities
- UK opportunities
Postgraduate students
Postgraduate students can take part in two of our UK opportunities:
- UK April programme
- UK September programme
What you'll do
Your programme will be packed with opportunities to immerse yourself in the professional landscape of cities in the UK and abroad.
Experience local workplaces
Gain valuable industry insight by visiting the offices of our extensive alumni and industry network.
Connect with professionals
Expand your network and connect with professionals, including former students and entrepreneurs.
Attend career-focused events
You'll get to practise networking and hone key soft skills, like speaking with confidence.
Build your global awareness
Gain global experience to stand out in your career and stay competitive in today's interconnected world.
Find your destination
Applications for UK, Tokyo and Toronto trips are open from 23 February to 16 March 2026. Explore our destinations below to find out more.
What you'll gain
There's a lot to gain from taking part in Westminster Working Cultures.
50 points towards the Gold level of the Westminster Award
35 hours towards your Work Based Placement Learning requirement
Access to a unique volunteering role as a WWC Ambassador
A digital badge you can share on social media
Exclusive LinkedIn group to network with those you've met
Global awareness to give you a competitive edge on your CV
Opportunities to reconnect with other students through reunions
WWC in photos
See more photographs from our programmes around the world on Flickr.
What students say
Being able to travel and opening my eyes to what's out there was an amazing experience. To this day I still think about the programme and talk with my colleagues about it.
The programme helped me become more confident in interacting with new people, as well as more adaptable to different environments. This is incredibly useful in my current role.
Become a WWC ambassador
Your experience doesn't have to end after the programme. Volunteering as a WWC Ambassador means inspiring future participants with your experience. It's a great way to:
- grow your interpersonal skills
- take your confidence to the next level
- build a network with peers and the University
- gain valuable experience to share on your CV and in interviews
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